SepaSperm Washing Solution, SepaSperm Solution
Device Facts
| Record ID | K190199 |
|---|---|
| Device Name | SepaSperm Washing Solution, SepaSperm Solution |
| Applicant | Kitazato Corporation |
| Product Code | MQL · Obstetrics/Gynecology |
| Decision Date | Sep 26, 2019 |
| Decision | SESE |
| Submission Type | Traditional |
| Regulation | 21 CFR 884.6180 |
| Device Class | Class 2 |
Indications for Use
SepaSperm Washing Solution is used for preparation and washing of sperm for use in assisted reproduction procedures. SepaSperm Washing Solution is not intended for use in intrauterine insemination procedures. SepaSperm Solution is used for separation of motile sperm from seminal fluid for use in assisted reproduction procedures.
Device Story
SepaSperm system comprises two sterile-filtered solutions: SepaSperm Solution (density-gradient media) and SepaSperm Washing Solution. SepaSperm Solution, containing silica particles, dextran, and polyvinylpyrrolidone in HEPES-buffered m-HTF medium, facilitates separation of motile sperm from seminal fluid via density-gradient centrifugation. SepaSperm Washing Solution, lacking silica, is used for washing and suspending the final sperm pellet. Used in clinical laboratory settings by embryologists or trained technicians. Output is processed sperm sample for use in assisted reproduction. Benefits include effective isolation of motile sperm for downstream procedures.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Performance validated via shelf-life testing (appearance, specific gravity, pH, osmolality, endotoxin, HSSA, sterility), sterile filtration/aseptic fill validation (ISO 13408), transportation testing (ASTM D4169), and container seal strength (USP 671). Sperm assessment (motility, morphology, viability, purity, integrity) confirmed effectiveness across separation modes.
Technological Characteristics
Media components: silica particles, HEPES-buffered salt solution, D-glucose, water, dextran, polyvinylpyrrolidone; optional gentamicin. Density-gradient separation principle. Form factor: 50mL/100mL bottles. Sterilization: sterile filtration and gamma irradiation of containers. Shelf-life: 6-12 months. pH 7.2-7.6; osmolality 270-300 mOsm/kg; endotoxin ≤0.25 EU/mL. Standards: USP <791>, <785>, <85>, <71>, <671>; ISO 13408-1/2; ASTM D4169-16.
Indications for Use
Indicated for use in assisted reproduction procedures for the preparation, washing, and separation of motile sperm from seminal fluid. Not indicated for intrauterine insemination procedures.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
Reproductive media and supplement are products that are used for assisted reproduction procedures. Media include liquid and powder versions of various substances that come in direct physical contact with human gametes or embryos (including water, acid solutions used to treat gametes or embryos, rinsing solutions, sperm separation media, supplements, or oil used to cover the media) for the purposes of preparation, maintenance, transfer or storage. Supplements are specific reagents added to media to enhance specific properties of the media (e.g., proteins, sera, antibiotics, etc.).
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls) (mouse embryo assay information, endotoxin testing, sterilization validation, design specifications, labeling requirements, biocompatibility testing, and clinical testing). The device, when it is phosphate-buffered saline used for washing, and short-term handling and manipulation of gametes and embryos; culture oil used as an overlay for culture media containing gametes and embryos; and water for assisted reproduction applications, is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 884.9.
Predicate Devices
- Sydney IVF Sperm Medium, Sydney IVF Sperm Gradient Kit, Sydney IVF Spermient (K152782)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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September 26, 2019
Kitazato Corporation % Audrey Swearingen Regulatory Affairs Manager Emergo Global Consulting, LLC 2500 Bee Cave Road, Building 1, Suite 300 Austin, TX 78746
Re: K190199
Trade/Device Name: SepaSperm Washing Solution, SepaSperm Solution Regulation Number: 21 CFR 884.6180 Regulation Name: Reproductive media and supplements Regulatory Class: II Product Code: MQL Dated: August 26, 2019 Received: August 27, 2019
Dear Audrey Swearingen:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
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Sincerely,
For Sharon M. Andrews Assistant Director DHT3B: Division of Reproductive. Gynecology and Urology Devices OHT3: Office of GastroRenal, ObGyn, General Hospital and Urology Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K190199
Device Name
SepaSperm Washing Solution, SepaSperm Solution
Indications for Use (Describe)
SepaSperm Washing Solution is used for preparation and washing of sperm for use in assisted reprocedures. SepaSperm Washing Solution is not intended for use in intrauterine insemination procedures.
SepaSperm Solution is used for separation of motile sperm from seminal fluid for use in assisted reproduction procedures.
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) | |
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| <div> <span> <span style="font-size: 16px;">☑</span> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) </span> </div> | <div> <span> <span style="font-size: 16px;">☐</span> Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) </span> </div> |
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# 510(k) Summary - K190199
#### 1. Submitter Information
| Applicant: | Kitazato Corporation |
|------------|------------------------------------------------------------|
| Contact: | Mr. Futoshi Inoue<br>President and Representative Director |
| Address: | 81 Nakajima, Fuji-shi<br>Shizuoka 416-0907<br>Japan |
### 2. Correspondent Information
| Contact: | Audrey Swearingen<br>Manager, Regulatory Affairs |
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| Address: | Emergo Global Consulting, LLC 2500 Bee<br>Cave Road<br>Building 1, Suite 300<br>Austin, TX 78746 USA |
| Phone: | (512) 327-9997 |
| Fax: | (512) 327-9998 |
| Email: | lst.aus.projectmanagement@ul.com |
#### 3. Date prepared: September 23, 2019
#### 4. Device Information
| Device Name: | SepaSperm Washing Solution, SepaSperm Solution | |
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| Common Name: | Sperm processing media | |
| Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 884.6180 | |
| Regulation Name: | Reproductive media and supplements | |
| Regulatory Class: | Class II | |
| Product Code: | MQL (media, reproductive) | |
### 5. Predicate Device Information
| Device Name: | Sydney IVF Sperm Medium, Sydney IVF Sperm Gradient Kit, Sydney IVF Spermient |
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| 510(k) Number: | K152782 |
| Manufacturer: | William A. Cook Australia Pty Ltd. |
| Regulatory Class: | Class II |
| Product Code: | MQL (media, reproductive) |
The predicate device has not been subject to a design-related recall.
#### 6. Device Description
SepaSperm is used for preparation and washing of sperm and for separation of motile sperm from semen in assisted reproductive techniques.
The device includes two types of solutions used for density-gradient centrifugation:
- . SepaSperm Solution for sperm preparation and separation from semen, and
- . SepaSperm Washing Solution for sperm washing and preparation
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Both solutions are provided in two sizes (100mL and 50mL bottles). This product is single-use only and includes no accessories. The provided sterile-filtered into a container that is sterilized by gamma irradiation.
SepaSperm Solution is offered in four different densities, determined by the amount of silica present:
- SepaSperm Solution 100% -
- -Lower laver solution 80%
- Middle layer solution 60% -
- -Upper layer solution 40%
SepaSperm Solution is composed of silica particles diluted with modified human tubal fluid (m-HTF) medium, with dextran and polyvinylpyrrolidone added. The m-HTF medium is a HEPES-buffered solution which is suitable for use in ambient conditions. All SepaSperm Solutions are provided with and without gentamicin. SepaSperm Solution has a shelf-life of six or 12 months for media without or with gentamicin, respectively.
The SepaSperm Washing Solution consists of m-HTF medium supplemented with dextran and polyvinylpyrrolidone. It contains no silica. SepaSperm Washing Solution is used to wash the prepared sperm and suspend the final pellet. SepaSperm Washing Solutions are provided with and without gentamicin. SepaSperm Washing Solution has a shelf-life of six or 12 months for media without or with gentamicin, respectively.
# 7. Indications for Use
SepaSperm Washing Solution is used for preparation and washing of sperm for use in assisted reproduction
procedures. SepaSperm Washing Solution is not intrauterine insemination procedures.
SepaSperm Solution is used for separation of motile sperm from seminal fluid for use in assisted reproduction
procedures.
# 8. Comparison of Intended Use and Technological Characteristics with the Predicate Device
The table below lists the comparison of the indications for use and technological characteristics of the subject and predicate device.
| Manufacturer | Kitazato Corporation | William A. Cook Australia Pty Ltd. |
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| Trade Name | SepaSperm Solution and<br>SepaSperm Washing Solution | Sydney IVF Spermient, Sydney IVF<br>Sperm Gradient Kit, and Sydney IVF<br>Sperm Medium |
| 510(k) Number | K190199 | K152782 |
### Table 1: Comparison of Characteristics
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| Indications for Use | SepaSperm Washing Solution is<br>used for preparation and washing<br>of sperm for use in assisted<br>reproduction procedures.<br>SepaSperm Washing Solution is<br>not intended for use in<br>intrauterine insemination<br>procedures.<br><br>SepaSperm Solution is used for<br>separation of motile<br>sperm from seminal fluid for use<br>in assisted reproduction<br>procedures. | Sydney IVF Sperm Gradient Kit and<br>Sydney IVF Spermient are intended for<br>use during in vitro fertilization<br>procedures to separate motile sperm from<br>seminal plasma.<br><br>Sydney IVF Sperm Medium is intended<br>for use during in vitro fertilization<br>procedures to process sperm. |
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| Materials of<br>Sperm<br>Separation<br>Solution | Silica, HEPES buffered salt<br>solution, D-glucose, water,<br>dextran, polyvinylpyrrolidone;<br>includes options with and<br>without gentamicin. | Not known |
| Materials of<br>Sperm<br>Washing<br>Component | Same as those of the SepaSperm<br>Solution (above), except that it<br>does not contain silica. | Not known |
| Volume | 50mL, 100mL | Sydney IVF Sperm Medium: 20 mL, 50<br>mL, and 100 mL<br><br>Sydney IVF Sperm Gradient Kit: 20 mL<br>and 50 mL<br><br>Sydney IVF Spermient: 200 mL and 100<br>mL |
| Solution<br>density (%<br>silica) | SepaSperm Solution: 40%,<br>60%, 80%, 100% | Sperm Gradient Kit: 40% and 80%;<br>Sydney IVF Spermient: 100% |
| Osmolality | 270-300 mOsm/kg | 285-295 mOsm/kg |
| pH | 7.2 - 7.6 | Sydney IVF Sperm Medium: 7.5-7.8<br><br>Sydney IVF Sperm Gradient Kit /Sydney<br>IVF Spermient: 7.3-7.5 |
| Sperm<br>Survival<br>Assay<br>(HSSA) | ≥80% of control motility at 24h | Performed, specification not known |
| Endotoxin | ≤0.25 EU/mL | <0.4 EU/mL |
| Sterility | Sterile filtration | Sterile filtration |
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| Storage<br>temperature | 2 - 8°C | 2 - 8°C |
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| Shelf Life | 6 months (without gentamicin);<br>1 year (with gentamicin) | 20 weeks |
The subject and predicate device have similar indications for use and have the same intended use (preparation, separation, and washing of sperm for use in assisted reproduction procedures). The subject and predicate device have similar technological characteristics as shown in the table above (e.g., design, gradient concentrations, osmolality, pH, sterilization method, etc.). The different technological characteristics of the subject device (e.g., formulation, shelf-life, endotoxin specifications, etc.) do not raise different types of safety and effectiveness questions.
# 9. Summary of Non-Clinical Performance Testing
The following studies have been performed to support substantial equivalence to the predicate devices. Results confirm that the design inputs and performance specifications for the device are met.
- Shelf Life Performance Testing (Time 0 and end of shelf-life):
- o Appearance
- Specific gravity: 1.0600-1.1200 о
- pH, per USP <791>: 7.2 7.6 o
- Osmolality, per USP <785>: 270-300 mOsm/Kg o
- Endotoxin, per USP <85>: < 0.25 EU/mL o
- HSSA: ≥80% of control motility at 24h o
- Sterility, per USP <71>: No microbial growth o
- Sterile filtration and Aseptic fill validation, per ISO 13408-1:2008(R2013) and ISO 13408-● 2:2003(R)2013)
- Transportation testing per ASTM D4169-16
- Bottle seal strength testing and containers performance testing per <USP 671> ●
- Sperm assessment for motility, morphology, viability, purity, and integrity before and after ● separation procedures to assess the effectiveness of the device when used in the three separation modes stated in device labeling.
### 10. Conclusion
The results of the performance testing described above demonstrate that the SepaSperm Washing Solution and SepaSperm Solution are as safe and effective as the predicate device and supports a determination of substantial equivalence.
